Cost of 'comfortable retirement' increases again: ASFABY ANDREW MCKEAN | WEDNESDAY, 21 AUG 2024 12:23PMThe cost of a comfortable retirement increased by about 1% last quarter, with couples aged 65 now needing $73,337 per year, and singles requiring $52,085, according to the latest data from the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA). Related News |
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